MARC D. RICHTER, LICSW, LADC
Balanced Psychotherapy & Comprehensive Drug and Alcohol Services
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI)
WHAT TO EXPECT FOR COSTS
DUI's are expensive on all kinds of levels...
DUI Court Fines/Surcharges - typically $600 - 1200
Attorney Fees = $1000 - $8,000 (depends on the nature of your DUI)
Interlock Device - Total cost can depend on the type of vehicle -
1st offense $900-$1750 total minimum (over 6 months)
Here's the Interlock Breakdown:
Install = $150-200
Monthly Fees = $100-$150/month for:
- 6-9 months for a first offense
- 18+ months for a second;
- 36+ months for a third
- Interlock Removal = $150-$200
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Restricted Drivers License Fee = $125
Drivers License Reinstatement Fee = $80
SR-22 Insurance (total over 3 years) = $3,000 - $4,000
Impaired Driver Rehabilitation Program (IDRP/CRASH) = Weekday Pgm. $400, Weekend Pgm. $600
Copay and out of pocket costs for
Evaluation/Counseling with a
Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor = $100 - $1,200
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TOTAL DUI EXPENSES EQUAL
$7,500 MINIMUM!
Typically much closer to
$10,000+